Set and uphold the creative standard across design, video, and copy, defining what high-quality work looks like across all initiatives
Lead and develop people managers and Discipline Leads, elevating their thinking, strengthening craft, and growing the next generation of creative leadership
Drive the evolution of the Datadog brand, shaping visual language, storytelling, tone, and point of view across channels
Provide clear, confident creative direction in ambiguous or fast-moving environments, guiding teams toward strong, cohesive outcomes
Elevate work across disciplines through precise, actionable feedback and strong creative judgment
Partner closely with Creative Operations to align creative vision with resourcing, workflows, and AI-powered systems that enable execution at scale

Strong creative point of view with the ability to define and communicate high standards across design, video, copy, and emerging AI-enabled formats
15+ years of experience in leading cross-disciplinary creative teams and aligning multiple craft areas under a cohesive vision
Proven ability to develop and mentor creative leaders, scaling impact through others rather than individual output alone
Deep understanding of how creative work is produced, with an appreciation for operations, systems, and scalable workflows
Leads how AI is integrated into creative work, using it as a creative lever to expand output and scale, while setting clear standards for where human craft remains non-negotiable
Able to translate ambiguity into clear creative direction, providing specific, actionable feedback that elevates work across disciplines while balancing consistency and evolution of the brand

Hybrid

Datadog values people from all walks of life and encourages applicants passionate about technology to apply even if not all qualifications are met.
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Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.
Comprehensive benefits include healthcare, dental, parental planning, mental health benefits, 401(k) plan and match, paid time off, fitness reimbursements, and a discounted employee stock purchase plan.
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Datadog is hiring a Senior Director, Creative